Patchwork and Quilting Classes
Welcome to our teaching schedule of Patchwork and Quilting Classes, Courses, Workshops and Open Days. We hope you find a class that will inspire you. All of the classes are held in the comfortable surroundings of The Cotton Patch Studio in Hall Green, Birmingham. Parking is available at the rear of the building or at The Cotton Patch shop which is only a few minutes walk away. Directions will be provided with your joining instructions. There is a kitchen at the Studio with a ready supply of tea and coffee where you can also eat lunch on the day-long courses. If there are courses or workshops that you would like to see in the future please contact us at mailorder@cottonpatch.co.uk or call in at the shop and write on our Class Wish list. We'll see what we can do!
Please call 0121 702 2840 to book your places on our Classes and Workshops.
Bookings must be made in advance and be accompanied by full payment.
A refund can only be given if four weeks notice of cancellation is received (less a £5 cost for administration). Monies cannot be transferred to another class. Occasionally due to a lack of demand or exceptional circumstances we may have to cancel a class. If we cancel a full refund will be given.
Full details on requirements for the courses will be sent two weeks before the start date. Materials are not included unless stated otherwise.
For full-day workshops please bring a packed lunch with you. Waitrose is close by if required.
If there are courses or workshops that you would like to see in the future please email us at mailorder@cottonpatch.co.uk or call in at the shop and write on our Class Wishlist. We'll see what we can do!
Winter Term Patchwork and Quilting Schedule
Join the "Quilting Buzz"
Come and enjoy a cup of tea or coffee in relaxing surroundings and find out what’s new in the quilting world. Each month there will be demonstrations, new fabrics to view and top tips to collect. Sessions will be held from 1.00pm to 3.00pm on the second Saturday of each month in 2012 as follows.
| 11 February 2012 | 14 July 2012 |
| 10 March 2012 | 8 September 2012 |
| 14 April 2012 | 13 October 2012 |
| 9 June 2012 | 10 November 2012 |
In January we covered Foundation Piecing and on 11th February we will be focusing on Marking Tools and Methods. There is no cost for these monthly sessions but it is essential to register in order to attend. Please quote the reference L122-MthYr ( e.g January 2012 is L122-0112)
L125-2012 Introduction to Patchwork and Quilting. Monday afternoons from 1:30pm to 4:30pm. 13th February to 2nd April 2012. Click here for full details. Learn the basics skills required for successful patchwork and quilting on this 8 week course which is suitable for complete beginners. Last Few Spaces Available - Call ASAP to Book Your Place!
L116-2012. Grace Frame Introduction. Saturday 18th February 2012 10am to 4:30pm. Click here for full details. Last Few Spaces Available - Call ASAP to Book Your Place!
L117-2012 Colour and Scale. Friday 16th March 2012 from 9:30am to 12:30am
Are you scared of making the right fabric choices? Do you worry about colours not working well together? Are you confused by patterns that talk about shades and tones or lights and darks? If so then come and join this fun and interactive workshop. Click here for full details.
L107-2012 Making Friends with your Pfaff. Saturday 17th March. 10am to 4.30pm. This one day workshop has been specifically designed for people who have recently bought a new Pfaff sewing machine through The Cotton Patch. Click here for full details.
L119-2012 - Jelly Roll runner or quilt Saturday 25th February 2012 from 10am to 4:30pm. Dress up a bed in no time using Moda Jelly Rolls or Cotton Patch Strip Rolls and quick piecing methods. Simple and quick to make, so you choose whether to make a runner or a full bed quilt. Click here for full details.
L120-2012 - Picture it Crazy Thursday 29th March 2012 from 10am to 4:30pm. Using an eclectic mix of fabrics and embellishments combined with hand stitching techniques you will make your own work of art and frame it for posterity. Click here for full details.
L105-2012 Class for Marti and Me Club. Saturdays - STARTS January 2012 10am to 12 noon on 14th January, 11th February, 10th March, 14th April, (there is no meeting in May), 9th June, 14th July 2012 Click here for full details.
Full Patchwork and Quilting Class and Workshop Details
L125-2012 Introduction to Patchwork and Quilting
Learn the basics skills required for successful patchwork and quilting on this 8 week course which is suitable for complete beginners.
A range of techniques will be covered including rotary cutting, using templates, getting the best from your sewing machine, making colour choices, hand and machine piecing, applique, hand and machine quilting as well as basic construction methods. Throughout the 8 weeks you will make a number of small projects using your new skills such as a pincushion, needle case and tote bag.
Some basic course materials are included but fabric is not included to allow you to make your own fabric selections.
L125-2012 The 3-hourly sessions will be held over 8 weeks on Monday afternoons from 1:30pm to 4:30pm on the following dates: 13th, 20th, 27th February, 5th, 12th, 19th, 26th March and 2nd April. Last Few Spaces Available - Call ASAP to Book Your Place!
L101-2012 The 3-hourly sessions will be held over 8 weeks on Friday mornings from 9:30am to 12:30am on the following dates: 13th, 20th, 27th January, 3rd, 17th, 24th February, 2nd and 9th March 2012.
Total course cost £125. Sorry this course is now full
L101b-2012 The 3-hourly sessions will be held over 8 weeks on Friday afternoons from 1:30pm to 4:30pm on the following dates: 13th, 20th, 27th January, 3rd, 17th, 24th February, 2nd and 9th March 2012.
Total course cost £125. Sorry this class is now full
L102/L103-2012 Beginners Lap Quilt
Measuring approximately 40” by 40” this smaller quilt version is ideal if you have completed the Introduction to Patchwork & Quilting course or you have similar knowledge and are looking to make your first quilt.
This 8 week course will take you through all the stages you need to complete your quilt. You will consolidate techniques for cutting, block piecing, sashing, borders, layering, quilting, binding and finally adding a quilt label.
Fabric is not included to allow you to make your own fabric selections.
The 3-hourly sessions will be held over 8 weeks on:
L102-2012 Thursday mornings from 9:30am to 12:30am and on the following dates: 12th, 19th, 26th January, 2nd, 16th, 23rd February, 1st and 8th March 2012.
L103-2012 Thursday afternoons from 1:30pm to 4:30pm and on the following dates: 12th, 19th, 26th January, 2nd, 16th, 23rd February, 1st and 8th March 2012.
Total course cost £125.
L123-2012 Getting to Know Your Sewing Machine for Patchwork and Quilting
For customers who are new to Patchwork and Quilting, using a sewing machine, either for the first time or perhaps after years of it gathering dust in a cupboard somewhere, can be a daunting task.
For machine piecing and quilting you need quite a few skills that are reliant on a knowledge of using your sewing machine. For this reason we've put together a 2 1/12 hour session which is for customers who are new to patchwork and quilting and for those just about to attend our Introduction to Pathcwork and Quilting or Beginners Lap Quilting course. It doesn't matter what your machine is we'll show you how to :
- Thread your machine
- Wind the bobbin and insert it
- Change the needle
- Change the presser feet
- Adjust stitch width and length
- Sew a 1/4" seam Select and use alternative stitches
- Drop the feed dogs
We'll also talk about some of the specialist feet available such as 1/4" feet, darning feet (free-motion feet like the Big Foot) and Walking Feet.
If you have questions and would like to find out if this course is suitable for you please email or call us.
Our Getting to Know Your Sewing Machine Class is currently full. Please sign up to our Email Newsletter if you would like to know when our next classes start.
L117-2012 Colour and Scale
Are you scared of making the right fabric choices? Do you worry about colours not working well together? Are you confused by patterns that talk about shades and tones or lights and darks? If so then come and join this fun and interactive workshop. There’s no sewing involved so you can concentrate on learning how you can apply some basic principles and techniques to help you make inspired and dynamic choices.
This half day workshop will be held on Friday 16th March 2012 from 9:30am to 12:30am.
Total cost £25.
Grace Frame Introduction.
This interactive day for new or inexperienced Grace Frame owners will take you on a journey through the basics needed to help you get the most out of your frame. The day will cover a number of elements including loading your quilt, using different needles, threads, tension, stitch regulation and speed control, free motion quilting, ruler work and setting pattern designs. You will have the opportunity to be hands on. Small class numbers ensure lots of time for individual practice and learning.
Full day workshops will be held on the following dates from 10am to 4.30pm and costs £50.
L116-2012. Grace Frame Introduction. Saturday 18th February 2012 10am to 4:30pm. Last Few Spaces Available - Call ASAP to Book Your Place!
L107-2012 Making Friends with your Pfaff
This one day workshop has been specifically designed for people who have recently bought a new Pfaff sewing machine through The Cotton Patch.
Experience has shown that investing some time in learning about your machine at the outset will enable you to make best use of the features available to you. As a result you will improve your patchwork and quilting experience. Learn and practice in a relaxed and supportive environment and leave with a range of samples for future reference.
L107-2012 Saturday 17th March 2012 from 10am to 4.30pm
Customers who have bought a Pfaff Machine from The Cotton Patch
L107-2012 £20 You will receive a £20 Cotton Patch Voucher on attendance making the class free!
Non-Cotton Patch Pfaff Owners
L107N-2012 £45
You are welcome to join us but priority will be given to Cotton Patch Pfaff Customers.
L119-2012 - Jelly Roll runner or quilt
Dress up a bed in no time using Moda Jelly Rolls or Cotton Patch Strip Rolls and quick piecing methods. Choose fabrics to match your décor or go for random fabrics to get a more diverse look. Simple and quick to make, so you choose whether to make a runner or a full bed quilt.
L119-2012 This full day workshop will be held on Saturday 25th February 2012 from 10am to 4:30pm and costs £45.
L120-2012 - Picture it Crazy
Using an eclectic mix of fabrics and embellishments combined with hand stitching techniques you will make your own work of art and frame it for posterity. A range of different coloured materials, embellishments and frame are included but feel free to bring along some cherished pieces for inclusion.
L120-2012 This full day workshop will be held on Thursday 29th March 2012 from 10am to 4:30pm and costs £50.
L105-2012 Marti and Me Club
Marti and Me Club Meetings
Come and join us each month at The Cotton Patch Studio (less than 300 yards from the shop) for our Marti and Me Club. Membership is only £30 for six months and just look at what you get for the equivalent of £5 a month.
A Marti and Me Club pattern worth £7.50
These patterns are in full colour with full size templates and excellent and comprehensive instructions. There is far more to them than just how to assemble a quilt. For example, the Bali Breezes pattern is a 32 page booklet with instructions to make a Table Runner, Wallhanging, Double or Queen size quilts. It is packed with useful information with tips and diagrams on how to create accurate patchwork.
Monthly Demonstrations
Have you ever looked at a ruler covered with numbers and strange markings and thought "I can't use that!"? The Club meeting will feature a demonstration of the ruler or template used to make that month's pattern followed by the opportunity for you to try it out. By trying out the ruler you'll find out how quick and easy the pattern can be!
10% Discount
Each month you can then choose whether you wish to make up the pattern and whether you want to buy the template or ruler featured. Paper templates are included in the pattern if you prefer to use them, but as a Marti and Me Club member you will receive a 10% discount on any of Marti's rulers and templates that you purchase.
Fun!
Meet with like-minded people and spend a morning learning something new. The Club takes place on the 2nd Saturday of each month from 10am to 12 noon so come and join us.
Joining instructions and dates
To join the Marti and Me club please call 0121 702 2840 or come into the shop to book your place for 2012. The dates for 2012 are as follows:
Saturdays - STARTS January 2012 10am to 12 noon on 14th January, 11th February (to be confirmed), 10th March, 14th April, (there is no meeting in May), 9th June, 14th July 2012
L118-2012 Block of the Month. A Kittens Tale by Lynette Anderson
This 9 month course is suitable for both improvers and experienced quilters as the quilt combines a delightful mixture of applique, simple piecing stitchery and fun yo-yo’s.
Once you have made and assembled your blocks you will have a beautiful quilt measuring approx. 54” by 62”.
Monthly classes will be held on Monday mornings from 9:30am to 12:30am commencing 23rd January 2012. Dates are Mondays - 23 January, 27 February, 26 March, 23 April, 11 June, 9 July, 6 August, 10 September and 8 October
We have put together a pack of 43 fabrics which should be sufficient for the backgrounds and the majority of fabrics for the quilt top and binding - depending on how you use the fabrics. The fabric pack does not include backing or wadding.
The price of the 9-month course including the patterns (worth £100), fabric pack and a class every month is £235. This can be paid in two installments - £117.50 at the start of the class and £117.50 in April.
Grace Frame Introduction